Air Conditioner Replacement: what to do when your air conditioner stops working

05/28/2015

Summer and comfort go well together, but when you’re dealing with an air conditioner that
isn’t leaving you with the comfort you desire,
you may need to consider air conditioner replacement. Take
a few moments and think about this scenario: it’s only
a few weeks in to the summer and you’re enjoying a relaxing day at home. As lunchtime rolls around, you notice
that it’s starting to feel awfully warm inside.
You check the thermostat and all looks to be well with the
settings, but the temperature says 85 degrees.

It’s a possibility that you rode
it out as much as you could, but now it’s time to call in a pro and uncover what’s wrong. So what does
that mean for you as a homeowner? Well, there are a number of
reasons that you could be facing air conditioner replacement.
And considering the weather in Bountiful, you don’t want to be caught
without what might be the single most substantial
piece of home comfort equipment you own.

Here are a few things you should be watching for if you think your air conditioner has stopped working:

Insufficient
air flow. If you notice a change in air flow, check
for a blocked return-air or supply-air grille. Be sure all of these grilles are
not blocked by furniture or other items.

Non-working
outdoor fan. If you go outside to view your air
conditioner’s outdoor fan and it doesn’t run, you’ll want to give the pros
at Craig's Appliance Heating & Cooling in Bountiful a call. That fan is in charge of the transferring of heat from your home to
the outdoors. If it doesn’t run, that heat transfer isn’t occurring
and can cause a number of issues, including
overheating of the compressor and other potential internal problems.

Outside
obstructions. If your air conditioner is currently surrounded
by shrubbery or other potential obstructions, there could be a concern with good air flow to the unit. Over
time this could also mean that dirt and debris end up clogging your system and inhibiting
its cooling abilities. Make certain your system is free
from obstructions and is cleaned routinely to
potentially reduce your chances of needing air
conditioner replacement.

Dirty
filters. One of the most common concerns that
Craig's Appliance Heating & Cooling runs in to is improperly cared for filters. Dirty
filters not only reduce airflow, they can also hurt
your system’s efficiency and can drive up your bills. They also affect air quality and when allergy season is in
full-swing, a dirty filter can have a huge impact on your
home comfort.

If you have checked all of these
and your air conditioner still isn’t running, follow these
step-by-step instructions, only proceeding to the next step
if the system doesn’t start.

Check that the thermostat temperature set-point
is set below indoor temperature, and the system switch is in the COOL position.

Is the outdoor unit power supply switch
"on"?

Is the furnace/air handler power supply
"on"?

Check the house fuse box/breaker box for a blown
fuse or tripped circuit breaker.

If
the system still does not operate, call Craig's Appliance Heating & Cooling at 801-295-3357.

Having a non-working air
conditioner and dealing with air conditioner replacement doesn’t have to be a
headache. Sure, your system may not be running , but
that’s why the team at Craig's Appliance Heating & Cooling in Bountiful
is here to help. Give us a call at 801-295-3357 or schedule an appointment online and
we’ll be sure to come out and get your system back up and running in no time.

About Craig's Appliance Heating & Cooling

Lennox was started to provide some of the most dependable, reliable HVAC systems in the field while providing great service and quality for customers. Craig's Appliance Heating & Cooling in Bountiful is no different, with our constant commitment to your comfort and commitment to the community. We strive to be the best at what we do so you can always be comfortable, and know you can always count on us. Give us a ring at 801-295-3357 or schedule an appointment with us so we can help you achieve complete home comfort.